Frequently Asked Questions About Your DIASTAT® AcuDial™ (diazepam rectal gel) Prescription

Below are common questions that people with breakthrough seizures and their caregivers have asked about DIASTAT AcuDial.

What do I have to do when I pick up my prescription?

How do I know if the proper dose has been dialed in?

What should I do if I don't see the green "READY" band?

Can I reuse DIASTAT AcuDial?

How do I dispose of any leftover medicine in DIASTAT AcuDial?

Does DIASTAT AcuDial change the way the medicine is given?

Is DIASTAT AcuDial a different medicine than DIASTAT®?


What do I have to do when I pick up my DIASTAT AcuDial prescription?

As soon as you pick up your prescription for DIASTAT AcuDial:

  • Remove DIASTAT AcuDial from the case
  • Confirm that the prescribed dose is visible in the dose display window and, if known, is correct
  • Confirm that the green "READY" band is visible
  • Place DIASTAT AcuDial back in the case
  • Repeat for each DIASTAT AcuDial
Ask the pharmacist if you have any questions.


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How do I know if the proper dose has been dialed in?

Make sure that the prescribed dose is visible in the dose display window, and, if known, is correct. It is important to double-check this information. Always look at the dose display window while at the pharmacy.

Please note: a 2.5-mg pre-filled syringe of DIASTAT is still available. This delivery system does not require dialing and locking prior to dispensing or use.

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What should I do if I don't see the green "READY" band?

If you don't see the green "READY" band, it means that the medicine in your DIASTAT AcuDial is not properly locked in. If you are at the pharmacy when this happens, tell the pharmacist and do not accept the prescription until the medicine is properly locked in. If you have already left the pharmacy, return DIASTAT AcuDial to the pharmacy immediately. In either case, call 1-877-361-2719 to report that there was a problem locking in the dose. Do not use DIASTAT AcuDial if it does not have the correct dose properly locked in.

Please note: a 2.5-mg pre-filled syringe of DIASTAT is still available. This delivery system does not require dialing and locking prior to dispensing or use.

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Can I reuse DIASTAT AcuDial?

No. DIASTAT AcuDial is intended for single use only and must be properly disposed of after use. Never reuse a DIASTAT AcuDial delivery system.

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How do I dispose of any leftover medicine in DIASTAT AcuDial?

For complete details on disposing of DIASTAT AcuDial, see the Administration and Disposal Instructions.


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Does DIASTAT AcuDial change the way the medicine is given?

No. The DIASTAT AcuDial medicine is given the same way as before. Your doctor or nurse will go over the procedure with you. See the Administration and Disposal Instructions.

Please note: a 2.5-mg pre-filled syringe of DIASTAT is still available. This delivery system does not require dialing and locking prior to dispensing or use.

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Is DIASTAT AcuDial a different medicine than DIASTAT®?

No. The medicine is still the same—only the delivery system has been changed, to allow more choices in dosing. As a result, you may notice a difference in the prescription your doctor writes for you.

Please note: a 2.5-mg pre-filled syringe of DIASTAT is still available. This delivery system does not require dialing and locking prior to dispensing or use.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

DIASTAT® AcuDial™ (diazepam rectal gel) is a gel formulation of diazepam intended for rectal administration in the management of selected, refractory patients with epilepsy, on stable regimens of AEDs, who require intermittent use of diazepam to control bouts of increased seizure activity for patients 2 years and older.

In clinical trials with DIASTAT®, the most frequent side effect was somnolence (23%). Less frequent adverse events reported were dizziness, headache, pain, vasodilation, diarrhea, ataxia, euphoria, incoordination, asthma, rash, abdominal pain, nervousness and rhinitis (1%-5%). Please see full DIASTAT AcuDial Prescribing Information.